Wee Mouse Tin House

Basic Skills Necessary:

This pattern is written for folks who have had some basic sewing and embroidery experience and who are familiar with common sewing terms.

Pattern Description:

Make a tiny friend from scraps and take it with you wherever you go! This wee little mouse is designed to fit inside an empty Altoids(r) tin and will slide easily into a purse or backpack. Can be made for a girl or a boy, depending on the colors you choose.

I've included lots of tips and tricks for easy construction -- No need to be afraid of tiny!

Included in this original eight page pattern are color pictures, detailed step-by-step instructions and clear diagrams for every step.

Materials used to make the wee mouse are commonly available and probably in your scrap pile already! They include: corduroy OR flannel, wool or wool-blend felts, cotton ticking, stuffing and coordinating thread and floss. A combination of machine and some hand sewing are used. Freezer paper is also used to make construction simple and easy.

This pattern is in PDF format on 8.5 x 11 paper, so you can print it from your regular printer at home on standard paper or card stock, as many times as you need for personal use.

COTTAGE INDUSTRY SELLERS: If you are a home sewer, YES, it is OK to make and sell items from this pattern as long as you credit me for the pattern in your listing/hangtags. No mass production allowed. Please check my blog for details: http://mmmcrafts.blogspot.com/p/cottage-industry-info.html

This pattern is copyrighted by Larissa Holland, all rights reserved. Do not share, distribute or publish any portion of the pattern. It is unlawful to copy or resell this pattern. Thanks for respecting the copyright!

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Mouse and mouse bed all fit inside a 1.76 oz Altoids tin.

Please note: This pattern is for a toy with very small parts that may pose a choking hazard. I do not recommend making this for any child under the age of three.

Hi,Larissa. I surely do not want to step on your mouse; ;-) but I have been making these little cuties for years. I usually make bunnies to tuck into their little beds. Funny thing, I've never made the mouse, and he is adorable. I would be happy to send you a copy of the bunny if you like. Happy stitching to you.

As I have grown a little older, I have come to realize that every time I have a great, unique idea there is someone somewhere else with the same great idea. So, BRAVO to both Larissa and Whitegirl for having such creative minds. This is A-DORABLE. Cant wait to make a few up. I knew there was a reason to save all those Altoid tins :-)

I made two of these; one for my daughter's ring bearer and one for her flower girl. They loved them. (WHY did I decide to do these the week before the wedding, I'll never know, but I just could not resist!...) Maybe it was just me, but I had trouble putting my needle through the glued 'crimped' ears. Next time I think I'll just sew a tuck in the ears. I used boy colors for him and princess-y glitzy felt for her. Lots of fun, great idea! The instructions were very clear and the pattern was well worth purchasing.

Love them, but since hinged tin boxes are scarce I wondered about using hinged soap dishes or glasses cases. I also thought of painting a window frame and hang net curtains inside the lid with a moon and /or stars in the sky.

Look for Altoids mints. I think that is what she used. I save them and there is always another cute idea. I want to make these for my neighbor girl. I think it would quiet little thing that she could play with in church.

Pattern Reviews

Average Review (of 5
reviews)

Fun little project! September 15, 2013

BBrown

I made one of these for my 2-year-old daughter just to throw in the diaper bag whenever I need a "busy" toy. It's so cute! The only thing I think that can make this a difficult project is that it's so small. The size can make it hard to sew. I used fleece for the mouse...it's so soft.

Wee Mouse Tin House. July 22, 2013

Bobileebob

I loved making this project for my 4 year old grand daughter. I embellished it with buttons and made the arms and legs form rolled selvage from a faux fur fabric/

Wee Mouse Tin House April 8, 2013

therese.sh111081

These little guys are the cutest thing ever. Pattern was perfect - the sewing is a little fiddly but the instructions are just right.

I made another Wee Mouse Tin House March 2, 2013

Jill-1234

I prefer making the mouse from corduroy. My first was made of flannel. The corduroy just has a nicer look/feel. Fun to make. Will make a cute gift.

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About the designer

Hi! My name is Larissa Holland and I like to make stuff and drink coffee. I blog my creative life at mmmcrafts.blogspot.com. Come visit!

I am: A follower of Christ, wife of my hero, SAHM to two ...

Hi! My name is Larissa Holland and I like to make stuff and drink coffee. I blog my creative life at mmmcrafts.blogspot.com. Come visit!

I am: A follower of Christ, wife of my hero, SAHM to two crazy girlies, home school teacher, graphic designer, paper cutter, sewing junkie, and voracious reader. I'm addicted to all things artsy and craftsy. And coffee.

Most of my pattern designs come about from gifts I design and make for my kids or my friends. I love to give handmade things.